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Back in January, we purchased tickets to see Michael Buble at the Borgata in Atlantic City. Growing up, I used to listen to Sinatra, Dean Martin, and the rest of the Rat Pack. Over the last few years I have become a huge fan of Michael Buble. He has a gorgeous voice and balances his own ballads with the beautiful music of the past. He also has a wicked sense of humor and keeps me in stitches whenever I see an interview he gives. Thus, when I saw he would be in AC, I purchased us tickets without a second thought. Buble is music my boyfriend and I can actually agree on- as a music-minded person, he appreciates the full band and classic songs. We both love his jokes and sense of humor.

After watching most of the NCAA games last night, we packed into the car and drove the 1.5 hours to Atlantic City. Once we got there, we were happy to see that the parking deck had a lot of empty spaces and we would have no trouble parking. We parked on the 4th level and attempted to get into the Borgata. We ended up taking the stairs to what we thought would be the entrance. Instead we ended up in a dead end. We backtracked and eventually found the elevators to the casino floor.

Once inside we made our way to the Event Center. We arrived about 20 minutes before Michael came out. We caught the end of the opening act, Naturally 7, an acoustic group that used their voices as instruments. Very cool! Then, right before 9pm the lights suddenly went out. It was pitch black…until these amazing lights came on, forming an MB. The crowd, full of men and women ages 5-95, went insane with excitement! Suddenly, the opening to “I’m Your Man” began to play. The music played a long intro, drawing the crowd to their feet in search of Michael. And then, there he was! Clad in a classic suit and tie, his voice filled the theater.

Michael sang and entertained for about an hour and half. His interactions with the audience kept everyone laughing and his voice kept everyone swooning! It was an amazing night!

On top of everything else, Michael’s girlfriend was in the audience, only about 15 feet from our seats. For those who don’t know, his girlfriend is Emily Blunt- the actress who was in The Devil Wears Prada. She walked out of the concert with us and was absolutely stunning. She was also incredibly sweet and down-to-earth. I was star-struck! She wasn’t as tall as I expected. Nor was she wearing any make-up. Yet she looked incredible. It was amazing!

I love concerts. I missed him when he was in my city and I was upset. I’m glad you had a wonderful time and keep going to concerts. I have been to a concert a month for the last 2 years. It is an addiction!😛
Ash

So great to be passionate about music. I love so many different musical voices, more all the time. And a live concert can’t be beat. It’s great too to be able to document it right as you’ve lived it.
I feel/hear the music.
Bonnie